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Bangladesh Election Results 2026 Live Updates: BNP Registers Landslide Win, India, Pak, US Congratulate Tarique Rahman

Bangladesh Election Results LIVE: Steered by a leader back to the country after a 17-year exile, Tarique Rahman-led BNP raced towards a decisive win in the crucial national election held on Thursday.

Published on: 13.02.2026 07:31
What Went Wrong For Hardline Jamaat-E-Islami In Bangladesh Elections

In the weeks leading up to Bangladesh's general election on February 12, few parties projected confidence as assertively as the Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami.

Published on: 13.02.2026 07:10
BNP Sweep, Jamaat Snub, No Awami League: Key Takeways From Bangladesh Polls

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), led by Tarique Rahman, is cruising towards a landslide win in the country, years after student-led protests led to the ouster of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina.

Published on: 13.02.2026 06:55
Pakistan Went On Damage-Control Overdrive After Washington's India Map Post

Pakistan has said that it approached Washington after the US posted a map that aligns with India's official map, showing the entire region of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh as Indian territory—a move that deeply embarrassed Islamabad.

Published on: 13.02.2026 06:05
What Tarique Rahman's Win Means For India

The February 12 general election in Bangladesh the first since a violent civil uprising in July 2024 forced then-PM Sheikh Hasina to flee will be monitored by India for shifts in regional geopolitics that could affect national security.

Published on: 13.02.2026 05:36
PM Modi Congratulates BNP's Tarique Rahman: "India Will Support Democratic, Inclusive Bangladesh"

Bangladesh Election Results Live: PM Modi Congratulates BNP's Tarique Rahman: "India Will Support Democratic, Inclusive Bangladesh"

Published on: 13.02.2026 05:35
Viral Video Shows Moment Giant Sinkhole Swallows Road In Shanghai

Tunneling work from China Railway Tunnel Group was in progress at the site when groundwater breached the site leading to the cave in.

Published on: 13.02.2026 05:18
As Xi Jinping Purges His Commanders, CIA Sees Opening In Beijing's Barracks

Weeks after China's top military general was removed, the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) of the United States released a new Chinese-language video to appeal to disillusioned People's Liberation Army officers.

Published on: 13.02.2026 05:13
"If Your Job Is On Screen, AI Is Coming For It": HyperWrite CEO's Big Warning

In the essay titled 'Something Big Is Happening', Shumer explained that AI systems are quickly gaining the ability to complete tasks that are digital, structured, and repetitive.

Published on: 13.02.2026 05:10
After 17 Years In Exile, Bangladesh's Tarique Rahman Set To Become PM

Tarique Rahman-led Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) raced towards a decisive win in the crucial national election held on Thursday, setting the stage for Rahman, 60, to become Bangladesh's next prime minister.

Published on: 13.02.2026 04:21
Opinion: Opinion | Gen Z's Rage In Asia Is Stoked By Staggering Jobs Crisis

Youth-led protests across Asia in recent months have centered on corruption, elitism and censorship. But behind Gen-Z's anger lies something even more troubling: A staggering jobs crisis.

Published on: 13.02.2026 04:16
Tarique Rahman-Led BNP Heads For Gigantic Bangladesh Win, Jamaat Concedes

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) is set to make a historic comeback in Dhaka, with the party on course for a landslide win in the first elections held since a deadly 2024 uprising, with leader Tarique Rahman poised to become prime minister.

Published on: 13.02.2026 04:07
Opinion: Opinion | Will Bangladesh Emerge As South Asia's New Power Player?

Bangladesh's election marks a welcome break from the past. The embrace of democracy is a hopeful sign, but the result also shows how deeply entrenched dynastic politics are in the nation of more than 170 million.

Published on: 13.02.2026 04:01
The Black Market For Russian And Iranian Oil Is In Trouble

Oil smuggling has been so enormously profitable that no matter how many obstacles Washington and Brussels put up, the barrels kept flowing.

Published on: 13.02.2026 03:46
Russia Bans WhatsApp, Wants Citizens To Use 'National Messenger' Instead

Russia has blocked the popular messaging service WhatsApp over its failure to comply with local legislation, the Kremlin said Thursday, urging its 100 million Russian users to switch to a domestic alternative.

Published on: 13.02.2026 03:39
"Like Bangladesh": India To Get '0% Tariff' Deal From US On Textiles

India is likely to receive textile-related trade benefits, similar to those extended to Bangladesh under its trade arrangement with the United States, said Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal.

Published on: 13.02.2026 02:59
India's "Will Take Appropriate Action" Response To Trump Remarks On PM Modi

The Ministry of External Affairs's Official Spokesperson for Randhir Jaiswal addressed questions about a video in which US President Donald Trump reportedly said he "doesn't want to destroy Modi's political career."

Published on: 13.02.2026 02:09
A Timeline Of Trump's Minnesota Immigration Crackdown

White House border czar Tom Homan announced on Thursday that US President Donald Trump had agreed to end an immigration-enforcement surge in Minnesota.

Published on: 13.02.2026 01:27
'Proposal Under Review': India On US Invite To Join Trump's 'Board of Peace'

India is reviewing the United States' invitation to join President Donald Trump's Board of Peace for the Gaza Strip, according to the Foreign Ministry.

Published on: 13.02.2026 01:23
Indian Textile Exports To US To Get Same Benefits As Bangladesh: Piyush Goyal

India's textile exports to the US will receive the same benefits Washington has extended to Bangladesh, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Thursday.

Published on: 13.02.2026 01:16

News from Arabic Countries

Madagascar cyclone death toll hits 38, 12,000 displaced; Mozambique braces

Gezani is forecast to return to cyclone status when it strikes southern Mozambique on Friday evening.

Published on: 13.02.2026 08:05
BNP claims victory in landmark Bangladesh election

The Bangladesh Nationalist Party is claiming victory in the country's first election since the 2024 uprising.

Published on: 13.02.2026 07:50
BNP leader cheered by supporters after Bangladesh election

Bangladesh Nationalist Party leader Tarique Rahman was cheered by supporters and surrounded by photographers.

Published on: 13.02.2026 07:23
Top Goldman Sachs lawyer Kathy Ruemmler resigns over Epstein ties

Ruemmler's resignation comes after emails revealed her links to the late sex offender.

Published on: 13.02.2026 05:04
Israel deprives Palestinians of proper education by withholding revenues

Palestinian education is being destroyed by Israel's policy of withholding Palestinian Authority customs revenues.

Published on: 13.02.2026 04:43
New CIA recruitment video targets Chinese military personnel

The CIA's latest YouTube video offers instructions for how to contact the agency on the encrypted Tor Browser.

Published on: 13.02.2026 04:34
Japan seizure of Chinese vessel, arrest of captain, could heighten tensions

Japan's Fisheries Agency says Chinese captain arrested for allegedly defying orders to stop for inspection at sea.

Published on: 13.02.2026 04:23
South Africa’s Ramaphosa says troops will deploy to tackle crime gangs

President Cyril Ramaphosa says the military will work with the country's police force to counter 'gang wars'.

Published on: 13.02.2026 03:14
US and Taiwan sign ‘pivotal’ deal to cut tariffs

Taipei agrees to buy some $85bn of US energy, aircraft and equipment in exchange for 15 percent tariff rate.

Published on: 13.02.2026 02:39
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,450

These are the key developments from day 1,450 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Published on: 13.02.2026 01:56
Trump is the ‘elephant in the room’ as the African Union holds new summit

Trump's policies on tariffs, foreign aid and immigration have outsized impact as African Union leaders seek 'balance'.

Published on: 13.02.2026 01:02
US judge blocks Trump administration from punishing Senator Mark Kelly

Judge Richard J Leon, a Republican appointee, has rejected the government's case as 'anemic' and 'horsefeathers'.

Published on: 13.02.2026 00:46
Trump’s EPA announcement revokes key research behind climate regulations

Trump administration rescinds 'endangerment finding' that serves as the legal bases to curb greenhouse gas emissions.

Published on: 13.02.2026 00:08
Protesters march in Venezuela as National Assembly weighs amnesty bill

First major opposition protest since Maduro's abduction comes as lawmakers consider bill to free political prisoners.

Published on: 12.02.2026 23:05
Is genocide still happening in Gaza?

Israel continues attacks and restrictions on essentials for life.

Published on: 12.02.2026 23:04
Atletico Madrid thrash Barcelona 4-0 to take charge of Copa del Rey semi

Atletico Madrid tear the holders ⁠apart ⁠with four first-half goals in the ⁠first leg of their Copa del ​Rey semifinal.

Published on: 12.02.2026 22:45
US urges Europe to take the lead on defence in NATO

Pentagon policy chief Elbridge Colby says current NATO approach 'no longer fit for purpose'.

Published on: 12.02.2026 21:32
T20 World Cup: How India vs Pakistan relations went from bad to worse

From handshake row to match boycott - a look at the post-conflict controversial incidents in cricket's biggest rivalry.

Published on: 12.02.2026 20:57
Norwegian police search former PM Jagland’s properties over Epstein ties

Pal Lonseth, chief of the specialised Okokrim economic crimes unit, says Jagland suspected of 'aggravated corruption'.

Published on: 12.02.2026 20:15
Canada’s PM Carney to visit Tumbler Ridge after mass school shooting

Police say 18-year-old Jesse Van Rootselaar killed her mother and stepbrother before carrying out mass shooting in BC.

Published on: 12.02.2026 20:12
US readying another aircraft carrier for deployment amid Iran tensions

Despite nuclear diplomacy with Iran, US president suggests Washington will send more military assets to the region.

Published on: 12.02.2026 20:11
CCTV video captures moment sinkhole swallows road in Shanghai

CCTV video captured the moment a huge sinkhole swallowed part of a busy road in Shanghai, China on Wednesday.

Published on: 12.02.2026 19:31
Unofficial results show BNP ahead in Bangladesh election

Unofficial results in the Bangladesh election suggest that the Bangladesh Nationalist Party is leading.

Published on: 12.02.2026 19:24
Trump calls Israel’s president ‘disgraceful’ for not pardoning Netanyahu

The US president tells reporters that Isaac Herzog should be 'ashamed' for not pardoning Netanyahu's bribery charges.

Published on: 12.02.2026 19:20
FBI video shows Epstein’s butler trying to sell ‘address book of victims’

Recently released video shows the butler of Jeffrey Epstein trying to sell a supposed list of victims and clients.

Published on: 12.02.2026 18:49